West Ham United legend Paolo Di Canio insists he cannot wait to meet up with his second family again when he makes an emotional return for Mark Noble's Testimonial on March 28.
Di Canio will be making his final ever appearance on the hallowed turf at the Boleyn Ground and headlines a number of former stars who are paying tribute to the Hammers skipper.
The Italian last appeared in east London for Tony Carr's Testimonial back in May 2010 but jumped at the chance to re-appear alongside the likes of Rio Ferdinand, John Moncur, Ian Bishop and Julian Dicks.
Di Canio says he has been working hard to get himself in the right shape for the game and hopes to entertain the fans in what looks to be a special day for Noble and the Hammers fans.
In a personal message to Noble, Di Canio said: “Hello mate. I am training to get fit for your Testimonial on March 28.
“It is a great honour and privilege for me. You are giving me the chance to play with my old team-mates at the Boleyn Ground which is fantastic.
“You are also re-uniting me with my second family - the Claret and Blue fans. I cannot forget it and I cannot wait to join you and the rest of my family so see you there on March 28.”